Chapter 11.4, Problem 79SR

To determine

To calculate: To find the degree of the polynomial

Answer to Problem 79SR

The degree of polynomial is $2$

Explanation of Solution

Given information: Polynomials is $5x^2+3x$

Formula Used:

Degree of polynomial is the largest exponent on one of the variable a polynomial (for a single variable) or the largest sum of exponents on variables in a single term (for a multiple variable)

Calculation:

Polynomial is given as

  $5x^2+3x$

Variables in polynomial is $x$

Largest exponent on the variable $x$ is $2$

Thus, degree of polynomial is $2$

Conclusion:

Hence, degree of polynomial is $2$